São Miguel Flavors & Traditions: Exclusive Private Tour

This exclusive Azores Getaways package includes round-trip flights, 7 nights at a hotel in downtown Ponta Delgada, transfers and a set of private guided experiences designed by our team, with an expert trip manager before and during the trip. Daily breakfast and some meals are included. A rental car is not included, and city taxes are paid at the hotel.

Yes, round-trip flights are included. The package price varies depending on your departure airport. Other departure cities are available on request. Contact the Azores Getaways team before booking to discuss departure options. Checked luggage is not always included and depends on the airline and fare type. Confirm what is included and add luggage during the booking process. Seat selection and cabin class upgrades can be arranged as paid add-ons, subject to availability.

The guided experiences are private: your guide and vehicle are only for you and your travel companions, not shared with other travelers. This lets the guide adapt the pace and the stops to you. Contact the Azores Getaways team if you want to change the order of the days or add something.

Farm visits with local producers, a tile-painting workshop, a class to cook cozido das Furnas, a wine tasting, a food tour in Ponta Delgada, visits to Lagoa do Fogo, Sete Cidades and Terra Nostra Park, a sunset at Mosteiros and a dinner with live local music. The schedule for each day is confirmed with your booking.

Yes. The experiences involve light walking at viewpoints, gardens and in town, with no demanding hikes. Some paths at the lakes and in Terra Nostra Park are uneven, so comfortable shoes are recommended. Because the tour is private, the guide can adjust the pace; let the Azores Getaways team know about any mobility needs before you travel.

The Azores Getaways team selects a comfortable hotel in downtown Ponta Delgada, within walking distance of the seafront promenade and Portas do Mar, with options shown on the next step when you choose your dates. The package price depends on the accommodation selected.

Yes, daily breakfast is included. This Azores Getaways package includes these meals:

• 7 breakfasts at your hotel, one every morning
• 3 lunches: a traditional capão lunch on the farm day (Sunday), lunch at a local restaurant on the Lagoa do Fogo day (Monday) and the cozido you learn to cook in Furnas (Tuesday)
• 1 farewell dinner with live local music in Ponta Delgada (Friday)
• Tastings: wine at a pineapple plantation, tea at Gorreana, the Ponta Delgada food tour and a sunset picnic with local products in Mosteiros

If you have any dietary restrictions, let the Azores Getaways team know before you travel so we can tell our partners.

No. The private experiences include transport, so a car is not needed on those days. If you want to explore on your own on the free days, a rental car can be added as an extra. Ask the Azores Getaways team for prices.

São Miguel can be visited all year. Summer (June to September) is warmest, around 22 to 26 °C (72 to 79 °F); spring and autumn are mild, around 17 to 21 °C (63 to 70 °F); and winter stays around 14 to 17 °C (57 to 63 °F). The weather can change quickly on any day, so pack light layers and a rain jacket.

No. City taxes are not included and are paid directly at the hotel. In the Azores, the tax is charged for a maximum of 7 nights per stay, and rates can change. The Azores Getaways team can confirm the current amount before you travel.

Yes. The package price is based on two travelers sharing a room, so a single supplement applies for solo travelers; you can check it by changing the guests from 2 to 1 in the booking calendar. You can also add extra nights or another island. Contact the Azores Getaways team and we will send you an updated price.

Portugal and the Azores are consistently ranked among the safest destinations in Europe. US and Canadian passport holders do not currently need a visa for stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period, and your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your return date. ETIAS is not yet mandatory; we will let you know when it is. Please check the latest entry requirements before you travel.

The land portion of your package is refundable if cancelled at least 14 days before travel. Airfare is non-refundable once issued, so travel insurance with cancellation cover is strongly recommended. This summary does not replace the full terms of your booking. During the trip, the Azores Getaways team is available every day from 4:00 AM to 8:00 PM Eastern Time; in an emergency in Portugal, call 112.